Making Sense of Ontario’s Progress Reports and Report Cards
Many parents ask me about report card system in Ontario. They find Ontario’s report card and evaluation system confusing and difficult to understand. It can be challenging to understand the true meaning of the reports because each grade level has its own set of report formats, grading schemes, and timelines. From high school report cards to […]
Free Online Resources Suggested by Local High School Tutors
High school is an important time for students to build their knowledge and skills, getting ready for college and future careers. Independent learning is very important during these years. There is a lot of information online, but not all of it is trustworthy and free. Here, we look at some reliable and completely free online […]
5 Activities to Prevent Summer Learning Loss
Summer break is almost around the corner, and kids can’t wait for all the fun in the sun! While enjoying the warm weather, it’s important to keep your child on track for the next academic year. For this reason, summer learning is essential to prevent your child from falling into the summer slide. Here’s why […]
EQAO Tips and Practice Test for Grade 3 and 6
What is EQAO testing? Late in grade 3 and grade 6, all students in Ontario are required to take a province wide assessment administered by Equality Quality and Accountability Office (EQAO). EQAO is a standardized test conducted to evaluate students’ understanding and application of key concepts in math and literacy. This assessment enables the schools […]
How to Study for Math Exam: Strategies for Success
Math exam often brings a feeling of stress and anxiety among elementary and high school students. Many students dread math exams as they find equations, formulas, and problem-solving an over whelming task. At iGuide Academy, our tutoring and learning center, we believe that students need proper guidance and strategies to achieve success in math exams. […]
Free Games to learn Multiplication Facts
Are your students struggling with multiplication tables? If so, this post is just what you need. As an educator, I can’t deny the importance of learning multiplication facts to improve problem solving and overall math skills. That’s why, I’m sharing my top 5 math games to make learning multiplication facts engaging and enjoyable for your […]
Improving Grades: 5 Tips for Boosting Report Card Scores
When report cards go home, both parents and kids could experience anxiety. I believe that everyone has had instances where their grades don’t live up to their expectations. Bad grades are signals for improvement rather than defining your path. In this post, we’ll look at many approaches and ideas for overcoming bad grades, so you […]
Beyond the Score: Rethinking EQAO Prep in Canada
Remember scrambling for a lucky pen on the morning of a big test? The clammy palms, the racing heart, the desperate whisper of “pencil sharpener, anyone?” These memories, etched in ink on the scrolls of student brains, are often associated with standardized tests like EQAO in Canada. But what if I told you that prepping […]
Visual Memorization Techniques for Your Student
Do your students grasp concepts well during lessons but struggle to retain them afterward? Using visual memorization techniques can effectively help students retain information. Memorization strategies like storytelling, flashcards, and mind maps incorporate images and stories to make learning enjoyable and easy. These tools are helpful because they enhance students’ thinking ability and enable them […]
Fun Activities to Teach Math
Is your child viewing math as a boring subject that only exists in the classroom? Math can be daunting or dull for many children when it is limited to textbooks and schools. Many students think that math is something that we do in schools only. But let’s uncover a little secret together: math is not […]
